Fenton RP118B

Pukapuka Kaiwhakamahi mō te Fenton RP118B Bluetooth Turntable

Model: RP118B

1. Kupu Whakataki

This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation of your Fenton RP118B Bluetooth Turntable. Please read it thoroughly before using the device and retain it for future reference.

Fenton RP118B Bluetooth Turntable, open with a vinyl record on the platter.

Image 1.1: The Fenton RP118B Bluetooth Turntable in its open position, showcasing a vinyl record ready for playback.

2. Nga Tohutohu Haumaru

  • Puna Hiko: Me whakarite kia rite te toha hiko ki te voltage kua tohua ki te waeine.
  • Te wai me te makuku: Kaua e tukuna te waeine ki te ua, ki te makuku ranei. Kaua e waiho nga mea kua whakakiia ki te wai, penei i nga ipu, ki runga i te waahanga.
  • Whakahau: Ensure adequate ventilation. Do not cover ventilation openings.
  • wera: Kaua e tuu te waeine ki te tata ki nga puna wera penei i nga radiators, rehita wera, umu, me etahi atu taputapu (tae atu ki ampkaiwhakaora) e whakaputa ana i te wera.
  • Te horoi: Horoia ki te kakahu maroke anake.
  • Ratonga: Tukuna nga ratonga katoa ki nga kaimahi ratonga whai tohu.

3. Ihirangi mokete

Manatokona kei te noho nga mea katoa i te wa e wetewete ana:

  • Fenton RP118B Bluetooth Turntable
  • Pūurutau Hiko
  • USB Cable (for PC encoding)
  • Pukapuka Tohutohu

4. Hua Neke Atuview

The Fenton RP118B turntable is designed for playing vinyl records. Its black polyurethane leather suitcase design provides a classic aesthetic. This turntable offers three playback speeds (33, 45, and 78 RPM). It features integrated stereo speakers for clear sound reproduction. Bluetooth connectivity allows for connecting external speakers, headphones, and other devices. The PC encoding function via USB enables conversion of vinyl records to MP3 files for digital archiving. The turntable includes a tonearm with manual or automatic stop functionality and a 3.5mm AUX input. Its belt drive system ensures stable record playback. The RP118B combines traditional vinyl playback with modern features in a compact format.

Diagram showing the Fenton RP118B turntable with icons indicating features like MP3 conversion, headphone output, speaker output, Bluetooth, and Line In.

Whakaahua 4.1: Ka mutuview of the Fenton RP118B's key features, including USB encoding, headphone output, integrated speakers, Bluetooth, and Line In.

4.1. Nga Mana me nga Hononga

Close-up of the Fenton RP118B turntable's control panel, showing the tonearm, speed selector, auto-stop switch, volume knob, and various ports like USB, Line In, and Line Out.

Whakaahua 4.2: Taipitopito view of the turntable's control panel and connection ports.

  1. Pereti: Tautokohia te rekoata winīri.
  2. Tonearm: Ka pupuri i te pene tuhi, ka aroturuki hoki i ngā awaawa rekoata.
  3. Stylus/Needle: Reads the audio information from the record.
  4. Kaihoko Tere: Switch between 33, 45, and 78 RPM.
  5. Pātene Mutu Aunoa: Enables or disables automatic tonearm stop at the end of a record.
  6. Puka Hiko/Rirahi: Ka whakakā/whakaweto i te waeine, ka whakarite hoki i te oro o te kaikorero.
  7. Maama Tohu: Shows power and Bluetooth status.
  8. Tihakihihi Mo te hono taringa.
  9. Line In (AUX) Jack: Mo te hono i nga puna oro o waho.
  10. Tauranga USB: For PC connection for MP3 encoding.
  11. Line Out (RCA) Jacks: Mo te hono ki waho amphe kaiwhakaora, he kaikorero hiko ranei.
  12. DC 5V Whakauru: Mo te hono i te urutau hiko.
  13. BT OUT/PHONO/BT IN Switch: Selects Bluetooth transmission, Phono output, or Bluetooth reception mode.

5. Tatūnga

5.1. Te Wetewete me te Whakanoho

  • Āta tango i te ripa takahuri mai i tōna tākai.
  • Place the unit on a stable, level surface away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and excessive dust or vibration.
  • Remove any protective materials from the tonearm and stylus.

5.2. Hononga Mana

  1. Connect the DC 5V power adapter to the DC 5V input port on the turntable.
  2. Monohia te urutau ki tetahi putanga pakitara e tika ana.

5.3. External Audio Connections (Optional)

  • To External Speakers/AmpKaiwhakaora: Connect RCA cables (not included) from the "Line Out" jacks on the turntable to the audio input of your ampkaiwhakaoho, kaikorero hiko ranei.
  • Ki ngā Paneorooro: Monohia nga taringa 3.5mm ki roto i te torooro waea.
  • From External Audio Source (AUX In): Connect a 3.5mm audio cable (not included) from your external device (e.g., MP3 player, smartphone) to the "Line In" jack on the turntable.

6. Nga Tohutohu Whakahaere

6.1. Te Tākaro i tētahi Reo Vinyl

  1. Whakatuwheratia te taupoki o te tēpu hurihuri.
  2. Tuhia he rekoata vinyl ki runga i te pereti.
  3. Tīpakohia te tere e tika ana (33, 45, 78 RPM rānei) mā te whakamahi i te pana kōwhiri tere. Mō ngā rekoata 45 RPM, whakatakotoria te urutau 45 RPM kua whakaurua ki runga i te miro.
  4. Tahurihia te pātene Mana/Oro ki te taha matau hei whakakā i te waeine.
  5. Set the BT OUT/PHONO/BT IN switch to "PHONO" mode.
  6. Hiki ake te ringaringa reo mā te whakamahi i te rīpene tohu ka whakatū ki runga ake i te ara e hiahiatia ana o te rekoata.
  7. Āta tukua te ringa oro ki runga i te rekoata mā te whakamahi i te rīpene tohu. Ka tīmata te rekoata ki te purei.
  8. Whakaritea te rōrahi ma te whakamahi i te puku Power/Volume.
  9. At the end of the record, if the Auto Stop switch is ON, the platter will stop rotating. If OFF, the platter will continue to rotate, and you must manually lift the tonearm.
  10. To stop playback, lift the tonearm and return it to its rest.
Close-up of the turntable platter with a record, highlighting the three-speed options (33, 45, 78 RPM).

Image 6.1: The three-speed turntable platter, capable of playing 33 1/3, 45, and 78 RPM records.

6.2. Bluetooth Reception (BT IN)

Use this function to stream audio from your smartphone or tablet to the turntable's built-in speakers.

  1. Tahurihia te pātene Mana/Oro ki te taha matau hei whakakā i te waeine.
  2. Set the BT OUT/PHONO/BT IN switch to "BT IN" mode. The indicator light will flash, indicating pairing mode.
  3. Enable Bluetooth on your smartphone or tablet and search for "Fenton RP118B" (or similar).
  4. Select the turntable from the list of available devices to pair. Once paired, the indicator light will stop flashing and remain solid.
  5. Play music from your device. Audio will be streamed through the turntable's speakers.
  6. Whakatikatikahia te oro mā te whakamahi i te pātene Mana/Oro i runga i te tēpu hurihuri me/ranei i tō pūrere hono.
Fenton RP118B turntable on a table with a smartphone displaying a music streaming app, illustrating Bluetooth wireless technology.

Image 6.2: The turntable utilizing Bluetooth wireless technology to receive audio from a smartphone.

6.3. Bluetooth Transmission (BT OUT)

Use this function to stream audio from your playing vinyl record to external Bluetooth speakers or headphones.

  1. Ensure your external Bluetooth speaker or headphones are in pairing mode.
  2. Tahurihia te pātene Mana/Oro ki te taha matau hei whakakā i te waeine.
  3. Set the BT OUT/PHONO/BT IN switch to "BT OUT" mode. The indicator light will flash.
  4. The turntable will automatically search for and attempt to pair with nearby Bluetooth audio devices.
  5. Kia honoa, ka mutu te mura o te rama tohu.
  6. Begin playing a vinyl record as described in section 6.1. The audio will be transmitted to your paired Bluetooth device.
  7. Adjust the volume on your connected Bluetooth speaker or headphones.

6.4. USB Encoding (Vinyl to MP3)

This feature allows you to convert your vinyl records into digital MP3 files i runga i to rorohiko.

  1. Connect the turntable to your computer using the supplied USB cable.
  2. Install the necessary recording software on your computer (software typically provided on a CD or available for download from the manufacturer's webpae).
  3. Follow the instructions provided with the recording software to capture the audio from your vinyl record.
  4. Play the vinyl record on the turntable as you would normally. The audio will be sent to your computer for recording.
A person wearing headphones, sitting at a laptop, with the Fenton RP118B turntable on a side table, demonstrating the USB encoding feature.

Image 6.3: USB encoding in progress, converting vinyl audio to MP3 files i runga rorohiko.

6.5. Using the AUX Input (Line In)

Connect an external audio device (e.g., smartphone, MP3 player) to the turntable's built-in speakers.

  1. Connect a 3.5mm audio cable from your external device's headphone or line-out jack to the "Line In" jack on the turntable.
  2. Tahurihia te pātene Mana/Oro ki te taha matau hei whakakā i te waeine.
  3. Ensure the BT OUT/PHONO/BT IN switch is not in "BT IN" mode (it can be in PHONO or BT OUT, as Line In is a separate input).
  4. Play audio from your external device. The sound will be routed through the turntable's speakers.
  5. Whakatikatikahia te oro mā te whakamahi i te pātene Mana/Oro i runga i te tēpu hurihuri me/ranei i tō pūrere hono.

7. Tiaki

7.1. Te horoi i te Ripanga Takahuri

  • Wewetehia te waeine mai i te putanga hiko i mua i te horoi.
  • Whakamahia he kakahu ngohengohe, maroke hei muru i nga mata o waho. Kaua e whakamahia nga kai horoi, te wax, te whakarewa ranei.
  • Gently brush the stylus with a soft brush designed for stylus cleaning, moving from back to front.
  • Kia kati te taupoki puehu ina kore e whakamahia hei ārai i te kohikohinga o te puehu.

7.2. Whakakapinga Stylus

The stylus is a consumable part and will wear out over time. A worn stylus can damage your records and degrade sound quality. Replace the stylus after approximately 300-500 hours of playback, or if you notice a significant drop in sound quality or visible damage.

  • Kōrero ki te kaihanga website or your retailer for compatible replacement styli.
  • Follow the instructions provided with the replacement stylus for proper installation.

8. Te Raru

RaruraruTake peaRongoā
Karekau he kahaPower adapter not connected; Power outlet not working; Power/Volume knob off.Ensure power adapter is securely connected. Try a different outlet. Turn Power/Volume knob clockwise to ON.
Kaore he tangi mai i nga kaikoreroVolume too low; BT OUT/PHONO/BT IN switch in incorrect position; Headphones connected.Increase volume. Set switch to "PHONO" for vinyl or "BT IN" for Bluetooth reception. Disconnect headphones.
Oro heke, mokowhiti raneiRecord dirty or damaged; Stylus worn or dirty; Turntable not level.Clean record. Clean or replace stylus. Place turntable on a level surface.
Nga take takirua NihokikorangiDevice too far; Turntable not in pairing mode; Incorrect BT mode selected.Move device closer. Ensure turntable is in "BT IN" (for reception) or "BT OUT" (for transmission) mode and indicator is flashing. Restart both devices.
Record stops prematurely (Auto Stop)Auto Stop switch is ON.This is normal operation. If you prefer continuous rotation, set the Auto Stop switch to OFF.

9. Whakatakotoranga

WaitohuPenetana
Tau tauiraRP118B
TaePango
RauemiPolyurethane
Momo MotukaWhai-peia
Nga Tere purei33 1/3, 45, 78 RPM
Pūrere HototahiPersonal computer, MP3 player, smartphone, headphones, speakers, tablet
Putanga Nihokikorangi5.0 (for reception and transmission)
Taumahinga USBPC encoding (Vinyl to MP3)
Putanga OrorongoRCA Line Out, 3.5mm Headphone Jack
He urunga ororongo3.5mm AUX In
Kaikōrero WhakakotahiYes, stereo
Taumaha Tūemi3.25 Kirokaramu
Tuku HikoDC 5V (Kei roto te urutau)
Diagram showing the dimensions of the Fenton RP118B turntable: 35.5cm length, 28cm width, 13cm height.

Image 9.1: Dimensions of the Fenton RP118B turntable.

10. Pūtāhui me te Tautoko

For warranty information, please refer to the documentation included with your purchase or visit the official Fenton website. For technical support or service inquiries, please contact your retailer or the manufacturer directly.

Manufacturer: Tronios B.V.

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